2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 617 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
